Korean J Dermatol.  1976 Jun;14(2):153-157.

Toxic Epodrmal Necrolysis: Report of a Case

• Park HS
• Lee SN

Abstract

A case of toxic epidermal necrolysis(TEN) in 20 years old female was presente d. The characteristic skin lesions of toxic epidermal necrolyais developed after oral administration of Aspirin for common cold. The cause of the disease. was probably due to Aspirin, but on the microscopic pathologic findings intraepithelial and subcorneal bullae which is characteristic in the staphylococcal induced TEN were noticed. She was treated with a massive systemic corticosteroids(Dexamethasone 12mg/d), antibiotics(Lincocin l.5grn/d), Fluids with electrolytes, sedatives and topical measures. So she was discharged with excellent results in a week of admission.

MeSH Terms

Administration, Oral
Aspirin
Common Cold
Electrolytes
Female
Humans
Hypnotics and Sedatives
Skin
Young Adult
Aspirin
Electrolytes
Hypnotics and Sedatives